The US Treasury implemented new battery sourcing rules in December, to reduce dependence on Chinese suppliers in the electric vehicle supply chain. As a result of these rules, many electric vehicles, including models from Nissan, Tesla (Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive, Model 3 Rear Wheel Drive) and Chevrolet (Blazer EV), lost eligibility for tax credits of up […]
In the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the 12th package of sanctions over the import of Russian diamonds into G7 countries and restrictions on deliveries of diamonds to the European Union came into effect today, Russian News agency TASS reported on Monday. It said in its report that G7 nations announced the introduction […]
McDonald’s Malaysia has taken legal action against a movement advocating the boycott of Israel, asserting that the group’s “false and defamatory statements” have adversely impacted its business. The lawsuit, filed by Gerbang Alaf Restaurants Sdn Bhd (GAR), the licensee of McDonald’s in Malaysia, seeks damages totaling 6 million ringgit (USD 1.31 million). Malaysia, being a […]
In the face of international scrutiny, India has staunchly defended its substantial purchases of Russian crude oil since the onset of the Ukraine war. A recent report from a parliamentary panel highlighted that all import deals were executed within the scope of Western sanctions imposed on Moscow for its involvement in the conflict, as per […]
Exports from India to Australia have grown by 14 per cent to USD 5.8 billion in April-November this fiscal year due to the strong growth of various sectors, such as engineering, pharmaceuticals and electronics, according to a senior official’s statement on 29 December. The interim free trade agreement implemented on 29 December last year has […]
US retail sales saw a 3.1 per cent increase between 1 November and 24 December with shoppers seeking last-minute Christmas deals amidst significant promotions, as per a recent Mastercard report. This uptick fell short of Mastercard’s earlier September forecast of 3.7 per cent growth and last year’s 7.6 per cent rise, attributed to mounting pressure […]
India’s attempt to use the rupee for crude oil imports has not been given the desired outcomes, said the Oil ministry. The suppliers have expressed concerns about repatriating funds and high transactional costs. As per international trade practice, the default payment currency for all contracts for importing crude oil is the USD. However, to globalise […]
European Free Trade Association member countries and India are making “progress” on an agreement on free trade, with officials saying that the two sides have “never been closer” to a pact. In exclusive interviews with ANI on Wednesday, Norwegian Trade Minister Jan Christian Vestre and Swiss State Secretary for Economic Affairs Helene Budliger Artieda commended […]
Quality Street maker Nestle and Cadbury owner Mondelez are witnessing higher sales of confectionery in Britain this holiday season driven by cash-strapped shoppers seeking cheaper gifts, Reuters reported. According to analysts and consumer companies, consumers hit by inflation and higher mortgage rates are purchasing less expensive gifts this year. Some are opting for toys and […]
HCLTech on Friday revealed the inauguration of its latest Global Delivery Center (GDC) in Iasi, Romania. The centre will offer cutting-edge solutions in digital, engineering, cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) domains, marking a significant step in HCLTech’s nearshore strategy to cater to its global clientele. Having marked its fifth year of operations in Romania, HCLTech […]
